Flagstaff, Arizona (3TV/CBS 5) — Two major highways in northern Arizona were closed and a massive winter storm hit the High Country, leaving hundreds without power.
at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, APS report Approximately 690 customers were without power in Flagstaff and approximately 40 customers in the Tusayan area were without power. Those figures came after more than 4,280 customers lost power early Wednesday morning due to what officials called “unknown interference” affecting a major power line. No details have been released, but much of the region has been hit by inclement weather, with several counties experiencing downed lines and equipment damage.
As of 4:25 p.m., APS reports 96 customers are without power in Flagstaff.
on the road
ADOT reported that around 9:30 am, traffic along SR-89A stopped in both directions as rocks and debris covered a 15-mile stretch north of Sedona. A few minutes later, Interstate 17 closed northbound just a few miles north of Camp Verde. All lanes on SR-89A and I-17 reopened at 3:16pm
A frigid Arctic gust blew through much of the state overnight, leaving parts of Coconino County under a winter storm warning through Wednesday night. reported about half a foot of snow at Flagstaff Airport on . Meanwhile, Family First Alert meteorologist April Warneke of Arizona said heavy snowfall is expected to continue throughout the day, especially in areas where he is above 6,500 feet.
“If you have to go out this morning, make sure you have enough travel time. Take it slow and stop a lot of extra space,” NWS tweeted. A stalled cicada was causing a massive backup on Interstate 17 on Lake Road. A significant slowdown was reported from Williams to Flagstaff on Interstate 40.
on the mountain? more snow. The Arizona Snowbowl reported 13 inches of snow overnight, and the resort expects another two feet of snowfall in the next few days. In Jacob Lakes, a small community about 80 miles west of Page, 5 to 8 inches were reported by 8am.
Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) crews have asked High Country residents to prepare for wet or icy highways after a storm hit over New Year’s weekend. Significant delays can occur along I-40 and I-17, and slippery roads can create dangerous driving conditions. In some cases, strong gusts of wind can blow a semi truck off the highway or even roll it over at high speed.
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